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Baddies.. it has been four score and seven years but ALAS, Wrestling Winedown is back and you know I had to come correct. We are joined by Johnnie Robbie, who has been making waves from West Coast Pro and Pridestyle on the West Coast to CMLL in Mexico.  We are spilling the wine on Johnnie's journey in wrestling including how she began watching the sport, her transition from training as a referee to training as a wrestler, some of the individuals who have been crucial in her wrestling career thus far and some of her milestone moments that mean so much to her. We are also chatting another one of my favorite things: fashion! Johnnie is sharing the inspiration behind her ring gear, customizing her hats with her friend to stand out and what it means to have her Chicano roots interlaced into her presentation as a wrestler. Follow Johnnie on Social Media and keep up with her journey in CMLL and on the independents. Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Keep Up With Wrestling Winedown (merch, upcoming travel, etc.) Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness

Baddies, welcome to the new era of Wrestling Winedown. Because if Triple H can announce a new era, so can we. You know we had to come correct and we are honored to be joined by TNA Ring Announcer, Owner of Headline by HH and author McKenzie Mitchell! Lo & McKenzie are discussing: McKenzie's pathway into pro wrestling right out of college, which led her to TNA Wrestling, then WWE and now back at TNA in a new capacity of ring announcer (which she is absolutely slaying!)McKenzie's entrepreneurship, owning her own jewelry company, Headline by MM, building on her family's jewelry legacy and some of the wrestlers and friends that have rocked (and continue to rock) McKenzie's merchandise.McKenzie's latest venture: becoming an author! We chat about her process of writing, what inspired her to start the book, the determination it took to make her vision come true and what readers can expect from the book.McKenzie's advice to those looking to get into professional wrestling as a backstage correspondent or ring announcer, as well as advice for those looking to start their own business.Follow McKenzie on Social Media and pre-order her book, Threads of Triumph Now! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mckenzienmitchell/ Twitter: https://x.com/mckenzienmitch Preorder Threads of Triumph: https://bio.to/threadsoftriumph Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Pour yourself a glass and settle in: we’re uncorking another edition of The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, our series that highlights the lives of passionate wrestling fans who are also thriving professionals and creatives. In this episode, we’re toasting with Adelle Platon, a journalism and content creator wrestling baddie with bylines including Vibe Magazine, TIDAL, Netflix and more.  We chat about her journey as a longtime wrestling fan, from what brought her back to wrestling after a break and what keeps her interested in watching. Adelle also shares her experience in the journalism field including switching majors in college from psychology to journalism, journalists she looked up when beginning to pursue the field, some of her favorite stories she has been able to write and our thoughts as two journalists on platforms using AI to write articles now. Adelle also shares how she has been able to tag team her career and wrestling fandom, including interviewing the GOAT, John Cena and how she has started to showcase her love of wrestling through her content. It wouldn't be an episode of WWD without some manifestation. Adelle is manifesting BIG and gives her advice to those looking to enter the journalism field. Follow Adelle on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adelllusion/  Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Grab your martinis and clipboards, we are making history with WWD's first draft! On this episode, Nessa joins Lo to draft our dream WWE Total Divas cast... but there's a catch: any woman in WWE, AEW and the independent circuit is eligible for a spot on this new show. Men draft fantasy football teams all of the time, it can't be that hard right? Follow Nessa on Social Media! Twitter:  https://x.com/vanessafromsf Music- Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design- Joy Lin Arness Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch:  https://www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Another year down and we're feeling sentimental! On this solo episode, Lo is spilling the wine on some of her top moments in 2025 from returns to wrestling, storylines and of course, the John Cena Retirement Tour. Lo is also recapping traveling to San Diego for WWE Survivor Series and Chicago for AEW Worlds End, two amazing events to end the year with.  Thank you so much for supporting WWD this year! Whether you listened to the podcast, followed us on socials, shopped our merch at Wrestlecon or online, it has been such an amazing year. We can't wait to see what 2026 brings.  Music- Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design- Joy Lin Arness Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch:  https://www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Grab that wine girlie, it's time to talk wrestling romance novels. On this episode, Lo is joined by Jensen Parker, the author of the newest wrestling romance novel, Heartbreaker: A Second Chance, Pro-Wrestling Romance. We discuss: Jensen's wrestling background, from how she first fell in love with the sport to the wrestlers and promotions that have kept her hooked over the years.How long Jensen has been writing, what inspired her to start, and where she draws creative inspiration for her novels.Jensen's writing process and how she brings her ideas to life.Heartbreaker: A Second Chance, Pro-Wrestling Romance:  why wrestling felt like the perfect backdrop for the story, how the idea evolved into a finished book, and how she landed on the title. The response from both romance readers and wrestling fans on the novel and who Jensen would cast in a Heartbreaker adaptation.and much more! Follow Jensen on Social Media and Purchase Her Novels! Website: https://www.jensenparker.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jensenparkerauthor  Music- Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design- Joy Lin Arness Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch:  https://www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Pour yourself a glass and settle in: we’re uncorking another edition of The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, our series that highlights the lives of passionate wrestling fans who are also thriving professionals and creatives. In this episode, we’re toasting with Annarose Kern, the baddie behind Sunnies For Sinners, an alternative sunglasses brand for hot weirdos.  We chat about her journey as a wrestling fan, from the wrestlers that keep her watching weekly to if she branches out and checks out other companies. Annarose is also sharing her incredible path to entrepreneurship, from being a serial entrepreneur her whole life to launching Sunnies For Sinners earlier this year. She also shares with us how she's been able to combine her love of wrestling with her brand, thanks to a certain lady of brutality and of course, we're manifesting for the future! Shop Sunnies For Sinners: https://www.sunniesforsinners.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunniesforsinners/  Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Raise your glass baddies because we’re diving into wrestling alternatives that go beyond WWE. With some shocking moves from WWE recently, now is the perfect time to explore what else the wrestling world has to offer. Lyric Swinton of Maps & Graps and Sports Illustrated joins the show to break down global promotions and styles of wrestling like Joshi, NJPW, AEW, Impact, Lucha Libre, and indies across the U.S.  Music- Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design- Joy Lin Arness Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch:  https://www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com Follow Lyric on Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LyricWrestling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyricswinton/ Sports Illustrated Articles: https://www.si.com/fannation/wrestling/author/lyric-swinton

This is Slam & Spill, where we go beyond the headlines and into the heart of what’s really happening in wrestling — with passion, precision, and a little Pinot. Brock Lesnar’s return at SummerSlam 2025 has fans, creators, and media on edge and for good reason. WWE's media shutout wasn’t just shady... it was strategic. Lo is diving into WWE’s decision to cut post show press conferences, what this could mean for the future of media surrounding WWE and how fans are processing a comeback no one saw coming. Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Pour yourself a glass and settle in: we’re uncorking another edition of The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, our series that highlights the lives of passionate wrestling fans who are also thriving professionals and creatives. In this episode, we’re toasting with Angelica, the baddie behind OLJ Creations, a handcrafted jewelry brand rooted in creativity and intention. We chat about her journey as a wrestling fan, from the moments that got her hooked to the stories and superstars that keep her engaged today. Angelica also shares her path to entrepreneurship, what inspired her to launch her brand, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Follow Angelica/Shop OLJ Creations: https://www.oljcreations.com Twitter: https://x.com/oljthecreator Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

🍷 The Wine is Poured and the Takes Are Flowing! On this episode, we are joined by content creator and FemmeSlam's Clarissa Hardy and we’re diving deep into the long-awaited return of WWE Evolution...seven years in the making! We’re unpacking how WWE reintroduced Evolution 2 and whether it lives up to the legacy of the inaugural event. Does it feel like a historic comeback or just an afterthought in a packed wrestling calendar? We’re comparing the rollout to the original event and sharing our unfiltered thoughts on the matches announced so far, the legends (or lack thereof), and who’s missing that should’ve been part of this moment.  With AEW’s All In happening the same weekend in Texas, Beyoncé shutting down Atlanta, and MLB All-Star Weekend in full swing, fans are spread thin. Was WWE’s timing intentional, or just a miscalculation? We explore how this crowded weekend highlights WWE’s ongoing issue with giving the women’s division the attention it deserves. To close things out, we’re bringing you “The Last Sip," our listener segment where your voices take center stage. We asked the Winedown community how they’re feeling about Evolution 2: 🍷 Is the excitement still there seven years later? 🍷 What’s hitting, what’s missing, and what could be done better? From cautious optimism to full-blown critiques, we’re pouring out your thoughts and reactions as we count down to this long-awaited event. Grab your glass, and let’s uncork Evolution 2! Follow Clarissa on Social Media!                                                                                      Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charismaticcee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wrestletokbarbie/  Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Pop the cork and pour a glass — the break is over and the pour is back! 🍷 After five months off the mic, Lo is back and better than ever. On this episode, we're joined by Rozie The Ref, a boat engineer by day and a pro wrestling referee by night. We get into Rozie's love of professional wrestling and what led her into donning the stripes and calling the action, her career outside of wrestling and if she sees any similarities when working in another male-dominated field: engineering. Plus, we chat about some of Rozie's proudest moments thus far as a referee, the progression of female referees in wrestling and of course, manifest for the future! Follow Rozie on Social Media!                                                                                   Twitter: https://x.com/RozieTheRef Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozietheref/ Music: Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design: Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com

Who are these divas?! We are back with Chardonnay & Chisme and we are on the road to Wrestlemania here in Las Vegas! Royal Rumble is right around the corner and wrestling cosplayer Kaycee Liendo joins Iridian and Lo to give their predictions on the event including who will debut or return, who we want to win vs who we think will actually win and much more! Music- Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design- Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com Kaycee's Social Media Links Twitter: www.twitter.com/otmoonsault Instagram: www.instagram.com/overthemoonsault Iridian's Social Media Links Wrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriends Wrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriends Iridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierro Fightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Welcome to the 11th episode of our series: The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, where we will be chatting with individuals with amazing careers in a wide variety of sectors who also happen to be wrestling fans! Along with being a longtime wrestling fan, our guest Heather Abood is a Senior Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Specialist at Universal Orlando Resort. We discuss: How Heather became a wrestling fan as a young girl growing up in Stamford, Connecticut and how she rediscovered the sport after marriage. Which wrestlers she enjoyed watching back in the 90's versus now.What prompted Heather to work at a theme park and myths she can debunk as an employee at a theme park.What a regular day in her professional life looks like.Navigating her way through working in Human Resources to now DEI, a largely talked about topic in recent years.If Heather views wrestling differently now in her current professional position and if she thinks wrestling companies are doing a good job at incorporating DEI.If she has been able to intertwine her love of wrestling with her job at Universal.Heather's incredible experience on a game show taped in Ireland!What advice Heather would give to women looking to enter the field of HR or DEIand much more! Music- Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design- Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com Follow Heather on Social Media: Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherandstevengetinto Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Heather-Steven-Get-Into/61565590220399/ Heather's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatheraboood/?hl=en

Pour that glass of bubbly, we're back with another awesome episode of Wrestling Winedown! Lo is joined by Wrestling TikToker and ASL Interpreter, Sydney Rainey. Sydney has been able to eloquently combine her two loves to create content that reaches the deaf and hard of hearing portion of the wrestling community. The duo discuss: Sydney's longtime love of pro wrestling and what keeps her tuning in week after week to WWE television.Sydney's background as an ASL interpreter and what the process of learning ASL was like for her.What inspired Sydney to start her Tik Tok account where she verbally covers wrestling topics that interest her, while also communicating through sign language. The reception that Sydney has received from her content, including being able to help those who have deaf or hard of hearing loved ones.Accessibility within mainstream wrestling and if the companies are doing a good job at accommodating fans who are deaf or hard of hearing.What advice Sydney has for those looking to become ASL interpretersand much more! Music- Prod. by Jay 808 Logo Design- Joy Lin Arness Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcast Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/ Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.com Follow Sydney on Social Media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sr.3165?_t=8qvfc6e7Zvy&_r=1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SR.3165/videos?app=desktop